Pinched Nerve Treatment in Arlington Heights, IL

Overview

A pinched nerve happens when surrounding tissue — bone, disc, or muscle — puts pressure on a nerve. The result can be pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness wherever that nerve travels.

Common places nerves get pinched

The neck and lower back are the most common sites. A pinched nerve in the low back can cause sciatica, while one in the neck can refer symptoms into the arm — often producing numbness and tingling.

Relieving the pressure

Our corrective care restores motion to the involved joint and reduces the compression, helping the nerve calm without injections or surgery in most cases.

Recognize It

What it feels like — and why it happens.

Common symptoms

Sharp, burning, or radiating pain
Numbness or tingling along the nerve
Weakness in the arm or leg
Symptoms worse in certain positions
Neck or back pain at the source
A sense of the limb "falling asleep"

Common causes

Disc bulge or herniation
Joint restriction or bone spurs
Poor posture and muscle tension
Repetitive strain
Old injuries
Degenerative spinal changes

Know The Signs

Who’s at risk — and when to get checked.

Risk factors

Desk work and poor posture
Repetitive bending or lifting
Disc degeneration or prior injury
Forward-head posture
Excess body weight
Prolonged static positions

When to seek care

Radiating pain, numbness, or tingling
Weakness in an arm or leg
Symptoms lasting more than a few days
Pain that worsens or spreads
Symptoms disrupting sleep or activity
Loss of bladder or bowel control (seek urgent care)

Our Approach

From problem to outcome.

A clear, four-part path — so you always understand what’s happening and what comes next.

Step 1 — The Problem

The Problem

A pinched nerve is compressed by surrounding bone, disc, or soft tissue, disrupting the signals it carries and causing pain, numbness, or weakness along its path.

Step 2 — How We Evaluate

How We Evaluate

We identify the involved nerve and its level with orthopedic and neurological testing, then assess the joint and disc creating the compression.

Step 3 — How We Treat It

How We Treat It

Care restores motion and relieves pressure at the source with specific adjustments and corrective work, avoiding anything that aggravates the nerve.

Step 4 — Expected Outcome

Expected Outcome

Most pinched nerves respond well to conservative care, with symptoms easing as the compression resolves.

Recovery Timeline

What progress looks like.

Every body is different, but here’s the general arc of care most patients follow.

Locate

Identify the compressed nerve and level.

Relieve

Reduce pressure with specific care.

Reinforce

Rebuild support to prevent recurrence.

Questions, Answered

Questions about pinched nerve

Often, yes. Chiropractic care relieves the compression at its source by restoring joint motion and reducing irritation. Most pinched nerves improve with conservative care, and we refer out if findings require it.

Many improve within a few weeks of targeted care, though it depends on the cause and how long it has been present. We will map out a realistic timeline after your evaluation.

Gentle movement is usually better than complete rest, while certain positions should be avoided early on. We will give you specific guidance based on your exam.

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Free guides from Dr. Drew related to pinched nerve — yours to download and keep.

Vertebral Subluxation How spinal misalignments interfere with the nerves they protect — and why correcting them matters for whole-body health. Download PDF Function of Spinal Nerves A reference chart of what each level of your spine controls — and the symptoms that can appear when a nerve is irritated. Download PDF

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Real Results

Real stories from Forza patients.

Real Arlington Heights patients who came to Forza for relief — and found measurable, lasting results.

“I reached out to Forza because they had the best reviews of all the chiropractor offices near me and after a few visit I understand why they have so many great reviews. I decided to go due to chronic neck pain and a pinched nerve. I had gone to physical therapy and gotten x ray’s from my regular doctor and nobody could explain to me why I kept straining my neck over and over again. I met with Dr. Drew and he explained exactly what was going on with my neck in detail and what it would take to fix it. The treatment plan is very effective and easy to follow. The staff is very friendly, educated, and professional. You never feel like you’re on your own just going through the motions. If you’re in any pain I highly recommend scheduling an appointment with Dr Drew they are the best in the business!”

Aram Ghazaryan
Google review · Jul 22, 2024

“This place feels like a little family. All the other patients I’ve met have been great, staff is great. Family owned and operated. Very clean and comfortable. My wife and I have been going for about 2 months now. My pinched nerve is gone and my neck is improving quickly. Highly recommend Dr. Drew and Hawkeye.”